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1996 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

these vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. this does not comply with fmvss no.210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: in a collison, stress can cause the attachment metal to tear and allow the anchorage to separate from the body of the vehicle. the safety belt may not protect an occupant in the event of a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.

1996 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Fuel System, Other:Storage:Tank Assembly:Pressure Relief Devices

Consequence of Defect

certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, p/nos. fp10020-11b1, fp10026-11b1, and fp10027-11b1, sold after january 9, 2007, as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles listed above. the universal pressure regulators (upr) were produced without an o'ring and retainer.

Corrective Action

fuel may leak, possibly resulting in a fire.

Recall Notes

delphi will notify owners and replace the upr free of charge. the recall began on april 23, 2007. owners can contact delphi at 877-411-8770.

1995 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

these vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. this does not comply with fmvss no.210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: in a collison, stress can cause the attachment metal to tear and allow the anchorage to separate from the body of the vehicle. the safety belt may not protect an occupant in the event of a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.

1994 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Steering:Linkages:Knuckle:Spindle:Arm

Consequence of Defect

the right hand spindle nut was not properly tightened during assembly. this can cause premature wheel bearing failure and over time, the spindle can fracture.

Corrective Action

this would cause the wheel to separate from the axle and result in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect the torque on the right hand front spindle nut. if the spindle nut is undertorqued the dealer will replace the right hand front wheel bearing assembly and the spindle nut will be replaced.

1994 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch

Consequence of Defect

water intrusion can cause a short circuit in the power door lock assembly.

Corrective Action

a short circuit in the power door lock assembly can result in a vehicle fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the power door lock relay and any corroded terminals. in addition, the new relay will be relocated to an area where water intrusion is less likely.

1994 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

these vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. this does not comply with fmvss no.210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: in a collison, stress can cause the attachment metal to tear and allow the anchorage to separate from the body of the vehicle. the safety belt may not protect an occupant in the event of a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.

1994 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Springs

Consequence of Defect

in the event of a primary accelerator control spring failure, the secondary (back-up) accelerator control return spring will not return the throttle to the fully closed position, as required by fmvss no. 124, "accelerator control system."

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: loss of throttle control could result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the secondary throttle return spring.

1993 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

these vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. this does not comply with fmvss no.210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: in a collison, stress can cause the attachment metal to tear and allow the anchorage to separate from the body of the vehicle. the safety belt may not protect an occupant in the event of a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.

1993 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

the brake hoses were manufactured incorrectly, and do not comply with fmvss 106, "brake hoses."

Corrective Action

the improperly manufactured brake hoses can causereduced brake effectiveness and/or uneven braking, which could result in anaccident.

Recall Notes

replace the right front brake hose assembly on ciera and century models, and both rear brake hoses on cavalier and sunbird models.

1992 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

these vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. this does not comply with fmvss no.210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: in a collison, stress can cause the attachment metal to tear and allow the anchorage to separate from the body of the vehicle. the safety belt may not protect an occupant in the event of a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.

1992 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Electrical System:Wiring

Consequence of Defect

the optional remote entry module may have a fault which causes random actuation of interior lamps, door locks, and/or tailgate release. this actuation may occur while the vehicle is in use or unattended.

Corrective Action

if the tailgate release actuates, the tailgate will open.unrestrained passengers in the rear seat area could fall out of the vehiclewhile the car is in motion, and receive serious injuries.

Recall Notes

replace the remote entry module with a newly revised module to prevent random actuation.

1991 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Consequence of Defect

the power seat or recliner wiring harness can be pinched or can chafe on the seat frame or spring support rod, wearing through the wire insulation and causing an electrical short.

Corrective Action

the high current caused by the electrical short welds thecircuit breaker elements together in the closed position, leaving the circuitunprotected and generating sufficient heat to burn the wire insulation andignite the seat cushion material.

Recall Notes

repair any abraded wiring and reroute the wiring harness using a wiring harness clip.

1991 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

these vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. this does not comply with fmvss no.210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: in a collison, stress can cause the attachment metal to tear and allow the anchorage to separate from the body of the vehicle. the safety belt may not protect an occupant in the event of a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.

1990 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Consequence of Defect

the power seat or recliner wiring harness can be pinched or can chafe on the seat frame or spring support rod, wearing through the wire insulation and causing an electrical short.

Corrective Action

the high current caused by the electrical short welds thecircuit breaker elements together in the closed position, leaving the circuitunprotected and generating sufficient heat to burn the wire insulation andignite the seat cushion material.

Recall Notes

repair any abraded wiring and reroute the wiring harness using a wiring harness clip.

1990 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

these vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. this does not comply with fmvss no.210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: in a collison, stress can cause the attachment metal to tear and allow the anchorage to separate from the body of the vehicle. the safety belt may not protect an occupant in the event of a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.

1989 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

these vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. this does not comply with fmvss no.210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."

Corrective Action

consequence of non-compliance: in a collison, stress can cause the attachment metal to tear and allow the anchorage to separate from the body of the vehicle. the safety belt may not protect an occupant in the event of a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.

1988 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

fuel feed hose could leak at the coupling on the engine end of the hose assembly.

Corrective Action

fuel leakage into the engine compartment could result inan engine compartment fire that could spread to the passenger compartment.

Recall Notes

install new fuel feed hose assembly.

1987 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Visibility:Windshield

Consequence of Defect

poor bond adhesion between the windshield glass and mounting could allow the windshield to separate during a 30 mph frontal barrier test required by fmvss 212.

Corrective Action

if windshield glass separation occurs during anaccident, an unbelted occupant could be ejected from the vehicle and injured.

Recall Notes

reinstall windshields to assure proper bond adhesion.

1984 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Consequence of Defect

some vehicles have bucket seat back locks that do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard 207, anchorage of seats. in event of a crash, the seat back lock may not function.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

inspection of seat back locks will be performed. locks that have bent, broken or missing hooks will be replaced.

1984 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

the fuel system may leak at the throttle body injection fuel feed pipe connection. consequence of defect: this leakage could result in an underhood fire which could spread to the passenger compartment and cause burn injuries to occupants.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace the fuel feed pipe.

1983 Oldsmobile Ciera

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Differential Proportional Valve

Consequence of Defect

the brake proportioner valves may break and separate from the master cylinder. this would allow brake fluid to leak and would result in a partial loss of the brake system.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace all suspect valves.